Physics
Weatherhead High School - Wirral
01516314400
Breck Rd, Wallasey, CH44 3HS
Course summary

Physics is a fun yet demanding course. You will build upon your GCSE knowledge and learn completely new material. You will study Particles, Quantum Phenomena, Waves, Mechanics, Electricity, Fields and Nuclear Physics, plus an option from Astrophysics, Medical Physics or Turning Points in Physics. You will also carry out practical work to achieve the required competencies.

Entry requirements

You will need at least a grade 6 in Physics or a Higher Tier grade 66 in a Double Science and a minimum of a grade 6 in a Higher Tier paper in Mathematics at GCSE. Studying another Science or Mathematics is recommended alongside Physics.

How you'll be assessed

3 x 2 hour examinations assessing all of the above content, plus practical skills and data analysis: Paper 1 – Year 12 and 13 content (34% of A Level) Paper 2 – Year 12 and 13 content (34% of A Level) Paper 3 – Section A: Practical Skills and Data Analysis Section B: Option Topic (32% of A Level)

School Info

About Education Provider

RegionNorth West
Local AuthorityWirral
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeGirls
AddressBreck Rd, Wallasey, CH44 3HS